Surgical clip applier
US5199566A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 19, 1992 |
| Grant date | Apr 6, 1993 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 19, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/1285
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A cartridge for housing a plurality of surgical clips that have opposed, hinged leg portions. The cartridge includes a base member having cavities formed therein and a retainer having openings formed therein that are in alignment with and configured to correspond to the configuration of the cavities. Retainer member is attached to the base member in a suitable manner such as a press fit connection.
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